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Setting: When and where does this chapter happen?
On the road to Dallas .

Plot: Write a summary (5 to 7 sentences) of what happens in the chapter.
Jenna and Mrs G are driving to Dallas they where about 100 miles from there. Jenna is stressed by the road and she decided to use a trick that her grandmother used to make. When they arrived to Dallas , Jenna said it was gold and shiny, Huge skyscrapers but not as big as in Chicago. Alice said that men are more likely to be in an accident than woman. Finally they arrived at the house, Elden came with his green Mercedes. Then, they had a talk and Elden wasn't happy at all that Jenna assisted in their conversation. Elden gets mean, and Mrs. G and Jenna kick him out of the house.

Characters: What new information do you learn about the main characters (Jenna, Mrs. Gladstone, Alice, Elden, Harry Bender)?
Elden is a big selfish jerk.

Analysis: Why is this chapter important to the story?
Because Jenna and Mrs. Gladstone arrived at Dallas and met Elden. Mrs. G got her confidence back and is fighting back against Elden.